Adam Eaton expected to seek second opinion
by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com
(5:28 pm ET) Diamondbacks general manager Kevin Towers told
The Arizona Republic that
Adam Eaton's MRI showed some
fluid around the UCL but "the ligament looked the same as his prior MRI, so no new damage."
Eaton is expected to seek a
second opinion from Dr. James Andrews. He is expected to rest for 2-3 weeks before re-starting his rehab assignment.
Austin Jackson not likely to return when first eligible
by R.J. White | CBSSports.com
(5:28 pm ET) Tigers center fielder
Austin Jackson is eligible to return from the 15-day disabled list Monday, but it appears "it could be a bit longer," MLive.com reports. Jackson has not participated in physical activity yet.
Jackson strained his left hamstring nearly two weeks ago and last week seemed to be on track to make it back when first eligible. He has .272/.333/.371 with two home runs and five stolen bases in 16 plate appearances this season.
Jesus Montero officially optioned to minors
by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
(5:28 pm ET) The Mariners officially optioned catcher
Jesus Montero to
Triple-A Tacoma Thursday. A corresponding move isn't expected to be made until Friday, but Seattle is expected to promote Tacoma backup catcher Jesus Sucre, as first reported by
The News Tribune.
Oswaldo Arcia expected to start Friday
by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
(5:22 pm ET) Twins manager Ron Gardenhire said he chose to keep outfielder
Oswaldo Arcia out of the starting lineup for a
fourth straight game Thursday at Detroit because he wanted to start players with good numbers against Rick Porcello. Gardenhire added he expects Arcia to be in the lineup Friday.
Arcia delivered a pinch-hit home run Wednesday against the Braves, but he is mired in a 3-for-26 slump (.115) in his last 10 games (seven starts).
Mark Teixeira could begin rehab stint Tuesday
by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com
(5:22 pm ET) Yankees first baseman
Mark Teixeira (wrist), who recently took at-bats in simulated games, took part in batting practice Thursday in Tampa and
could start his minor-league rehab assignment as early as Tuesday with Double-A Trenton, according to
Newsday.
Teixeira, who was shifted to the 60-day disabled list earlier in the month, is not eligible to return to the Yankees' roster until May 30.
Darin Mastroianni to miss six more weeks post-surgery
by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
(5:19 pm ET) Twins outfielder
Darin Mastroianni had
successful surgery Thursday to repair a bone chip in his left ankle and will be in a cast for a week, according to MLB.com. The hope is Mastroianni will be ready to return in six weeks.
Adam Jones to return to center field Friday
by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
(5:15 pm ET) Orioles outfielder
Adam Jones, who is dealing with a sore groin, was the team's DH for a third straight game Thursday against the Blue Jays. He said, however, he is expected to be
back in center field Friday.
Jones is batting .300 (24 for 80) with two home runs, five doubles, seven stolen bases, 10 RBI and 11 runs in 19 May games.
Alex Burnett taken off 40-man roster
by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
(5:11 pm ET) Orioles reliever
Alex Burnett was
designated for assignment Thursday to clear spot on the 40-man roster for Kevin Gausman. Burnett, who was optioned to Triple-A Norfolk in mid-May, posted a 20.25 ERA in two outings for Baltimore this season.
Jake Arrieta headed back to Triple-A rotation
by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com
(5:09 pm ET) The Orioles optioned starting pitcher
Jake Arrieta to
Triple-A Norfolk Thursday to clear a roster spot for Kevin Gausman, who was slated to make his MLB debut. Arrieta is 1-1 with a 6.63 ERA in four starts this season for Baltimore.
Brett Cecil could be a sneaky backup closer add
by Nando Di Fino | Senior Fantasy Writer
(5:01 pm ET) Former top prospect
Brett Cecil never really found a groove as a starter for the Blue Jays,
In four seasons, he compiled a 4.79 ERA and 1.42 WHIP, with a K/9 of 6.5. In 2013, however, working exclusively out of the bullpen, Cecil has been golden, sporting a 2.35 ERA, 1.00 WHIP, and 9.4 K/9.
Cecil is throwing his fastball above his career rate (93 m.p.h. vs 90.5) and has lowered his walk rate significantly. While Casey Janssen has been great as the team's closer, he is coming back from shoulder surgery and admitted this week that his arm isn't exactly back to where it should be.
There's no indication that Janssen won't pitch the entire season, nor is there any guarantee that Cecil would get any save opportunities ahead of Steve Delabar or Esmil Rogers. But he has been dominant as a reliever and seems to be thriving in this new role. at the very least, AL-only owners may want to consider Cecil just for the low ratios and K potential he offers as a middle reliever. Anything else would just be gravy on top.
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